August Long Weekend In Toronto: What’s Open, What’s Closed, And Things You Can Do

Well, first, August long … or Civic Day Long Weekend go by different names in other provinces and even in different cities in Ontario. In Toronto, the day is known as Simcoe Day. Since Monday is a civic holiday, most stores and malls will be open.

If you plan on exploring the city this long weekend, the TTC is extending its weekend day-pass, allowing individuals or groups to have unlimited travel for $12.50. The pass can be purchased between this Saturday and Simcoe Day on Monday. Children under 12 ride for free.

Places That Are Closed

AGO

Banks

Government offices

Post offices and mail delivery

All Toronto Public Library branches

Places That Are Open

Groceries

As the August long weekend is not a national holiday, many grocery stores will resume their regular hours of operation. Make sure to call your local grocer ahead of time to double check their schedule.